Indoor play areas have always been a great way for kids to burn off extra energy in these cold winter months, but it’s been a tough year for these businesses. However, as COVID-19 guidelines are set to change in the coming weeks, you may even find that more places are able to safely open with extra cleaning procedures and limited…
Valentine’s Day is almost here, and so are daddy/daughter dance events! Some events are specifically for kits to take home, so be sure to read the details when you register. Registration deadlines for these dances, and other Valentine’s Day events, are fast approaching, so sign up today. Valentine’s day is all about spending time with the one’s you love. So…
Donuts… mmmm! In the past we’ve done a donut trail map, which you can check out below, but I think a vote is in order. Who has the best donuts?! We tried to include the shops people have mentioned before, but you are of course welcome to write in an option as well. Then we’ll announce the winners so we…
Was it really only a year ago I could drop my kids off at the gym’s childcare to work out (or get a shower in)? Oh man, I miss that so much. But all is not lost! Things are different, but, as with the rest of life, we’re adapting. And businesses are adapting, too, with outdoor fitness classes, virtual options,…
This coming Monday, January 18, 2021, we celebrate and honor the life of the incredible Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The impact of his work is felt within every community in America. Take the time on Monday to talk to remind your children that it’s not just “another day off school,” but a day to remember a true leader in…
Trend alert! Hot cocoa bombs are the hot item to keep us cozy this winter: a hard chocolate shell that holds hot chocolate mix and marshmallows or other candies. When you add hot milk, the shell melts and opens up so you can mix in the the cocoa and toppings. There are different varieties of flavors and toppings. Watching a…
What better way to glide into 2021 than on skates! Check out these outdoor and indoor options for ice skating this winter. Ice skating a a great way for the whole family to head outside together (and, if you are like me on skates, fall together)! When you are venturing out to a local skating rink, make sure you pack…
Outdoor winter fun is just the excitement my family needs this year! When the snowfall starts, I can’t wait to bundle my kids up and head to the sledding hill. As a parent, my heart just bursts with joy when the kids see fresh snow falling outside. Sledding hills are a great way to enjoy time together outside and get…
I think we can all agree that we’re excited for the a fresh start this year! January is a month filled with snowy fun. Sled, ski, or curl up inside with some hot cocoa. Register for some extra indoor and outdoor fun at these family-friendly events in January 2021. January 2021 Family-Friendly Events Do you have an event to submit…
‘Tis the season to get outside and celebrate the holidays. Store-front windows filled with snowmen, reindeer lining the streets, elves hidden in downtown shops, and rows of beautifully-decorated trees fill your neighborhood parks. Below you’ll find the list of winter and holiday walks to help your family socially distance while celebrating the holidays this December. Bundle up and enjoy these…
Incredible Christmas light displays are illuminating the night and bringing joy to Chicago’s suburbs! So pile in the car with a thermos of hot chocolate and a tin of Christmas cookies to see the beautiful displays our local families have created. From big attractions to incredible residential displays, we’ve got tons of options for your family. Submissions for 2020 are…
It’s no secret that small businesses need our help. At these locally owned bookstores and toy stores, you will find the perfect gift for those on your holiday shopping list. The level of passion and knowledge that these shop owners have is what makes the shopping experience special! With convenient curbside pickup or delivery, these great bookstores and toy stores…